The SN74CB3T3253 is organized as two 1-of-4 multiplexer/demultiplexers with separate output-enable (1OE\, 2OE\) inputs. The select (S0, S1) inputs control the data path of each multiplexer/demultiplexer. When OE\ is low, the associated multiplexer/demultiplexer is ON, and the A port is connected to the B port, allowing bidirectional data flow between ports. When OE\ is high, the associated multiplexer/demultiplexer is OFF, and a high-impedance state exists between the A and B ports.

This device is fully specified for partial-power-down applications using Ioff. The Ioff feature ensures that damaging current will not backflow through the device when it is powered down. The device has isolation during power off.

To ensure the high-impedance state during power up or power down, OE\ should be tied to VCC through a pullup resistor; the minimum value of the resistor is determined by the current-sinking capability of the driver.